Carla Becerra

Experienced Work-Based Learning Coordinator skilled in developing and managing career readiness programs that connect education with industry. Expert in coordinating internships, work placements, and career workshops, ensuring alignment with educational standards and student goals. Demonstrates strong leadership and collaboration skills. Eager to contribute to CSU East Bay's Master's in Educational Leadership program, aiming to drive positive change in education.

• Successfully increased student participation in work-based learning programs by 30% over three academic years by expanding employer partnerships and diversifying available opportunities.
• Grew the number of active employer partners by 30% through targeted outreach, established partnerships in allied health, applied technology, business and hospitality, public safety and education and STEM.
• Achieved a 90% student satisfaction rate in Work-Based Learning programs, with a 75% of students receiving jobs or extended internships upon program or major completion.
• Increased student participation in the Career Academy program by 20%, while expanding employer partnerships in allied health, business, and STEM sectors.
• Increased student participation in the Career Academy program by 20%, while expanding employer partnerships in allied health, business, and STEM sectors.
• Boosted student attendance at Internship Week event by 25% and facilitated direct placement of students into internships with local and regional employers.
• Expanded REU Week to include over to new research opportunities for students, resulting, in a 25% increase in undergraduate research participation.

Work-Based Learning Coordinator

• Direct the Development and implementation of work-based learning opportunities, including internships.
• Design, launch, and manage comprehensive work-based learning initiatives that support career pathways for students across multiple disciplines.
• Establish long-term partnerships with local businesses and organizations to expand work-based learning opportunities.

Industry Partnership Liaison

• Act as the primary liaison between the college and industry partners to cultivate relationships that provide students with real-world work experiences.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local and regional employers, creating pipeline for student internships and work-experience placements.
• Organize career fairs, employer panels, and networking events to connect students with potential employers.
• Conduct outreach to new businesses to diversify industries and sectors available for WBL opportunities.
• Led efforts to recruit and place eligible students into learning-aligned employment opportunities that enhanced their academic learning and career readiness.
• Facilitated on onboarding process for students and employers, ensuring clear communication of job responsibilities, expectations and alignment with academic learning goals.

Student Success and Career Development Leader

• Lead initiatives to support student career development through advising, mentoring, and career readiness workshops and trainings.
• Provide individual and group advising to students on career pathways, internships, and professional skills development.
• Design and deliver workshops on resume building, interview techniques, and workplace professionalism.
• Monitor student progress and provided support throughout their work-based learning experiences, including resolving any issues with placements.

Program Development and Leadership

• Directed the administration of the CSAC Learning Aligned Employment Program (LEAP), ensuring that employment opportunities met CSAC guidelines and enhanced students' academic development.
• Managed the overall implementation of the LAEP program, overseeing all aspects from student recruitment to job placement and ongoing support.
• Monitored student eligibility for the CSAC Learning Aligned Employment program, ensuring all required documentation and financial aid criteria were met.
• Prepared and submitted detailed reports to CSAC on student employment outcomes, program expenditures, employer feedback to maintain program funding and accountability.
• Ensured regulation compliance with CSAC regulations, including managing student eligibility, employer partnerships, and program documentation.

• Board Member | MPC Foundation
• Liaison | MPC Alumni Committee
• Member | Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce